Description
Nothing beats a bowl of Roasted Tomato Soup with Herbs when you're craving something warm, comforting, and full of flavor. This easy recipe transforms ripe tomatoes, caramelized garlic, and fresh herbs into a velvety soup that’s perfect for cozy dinners or healthy lunch ideas. It’s vegetarian, simple to make, and can be customized to fit vegan diets, making it one of those easy dinner recipes you’ll want to save. Whether you're looking for quick food ideas or a hearty healthy snack, this is a soup you’ll make on repeat.
Ingredients
1.5 kg ripe Roma or plum tomatoes
1 large yellow onion, sliced
6 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup heavy cream or plant-based alternative
1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Arrange halved tomatoes, garlic cloves, and onion slices on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and add thyme sprigs.
3. Roast for 35–40 minutes, until tomatoes are soft and lightly charred.
4. Remove thyme stems, then transfer roasted vegetables to a blender with vegetable broth and fresh basil. Blend until smooth.
5. Pour blended soup into a pot and simmer over medium heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Stir in cream and simmer on low for 2–3 minutes more.
7. Adjust seasoning to taste with more salt and pepper if needed.
8. Serve hot, topped with roasted cherry tomatoes, olive oil drizzle, and fresh herbs.
Notes
For extra depth, use a mix of cherry tomatoes and larger tomatoes.
Always add the cream after simmering to prevent curdling.
This soup freezes well—just leave out the cream and add it when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: roasted tomato soup, healthy soup recipe, vegetarian soup, tomato basil soup, easy dinner, quick lunch, comfort food